08/01/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/01/2024 06:53
August 1, 2024 / All Stories, Company News, Environment, Featured, Sustainability
The biorefinery as a model for the future
The use of lignin, a by-product of pulp production that has often gone unused in the past, as a material opens up new avenues for the pulp and paper industry in terms of sustainability and resource efficiency. Mercer, a leading player in the industry, has recognized the potential of lignin and is investing in innovative technologies to convert this raw material into valuable and durable products.
The pilot plant at Mercer Rosenthal: an important milestone
The commissioning of the pilot plant for lignin extraction in Rosenthal, Thuringia, marks an important step in developing a sustainable lignin value chain. The plant enables Mercer to extract lignin in larger quantities and to test various processes for further processing.
High-quality products made from lignin
Research and development is focused on producing high-quality lignin-based products that can be used in various industries. These include: